Alvarez. Samuel ``chico'' Alvarez

October 18, 1995

ALVAREZ. Samuel ``Chico'' Alvarez, 95, formerly of Windsor, beloved husband of the late Helen (Kusy) Alvarez, died Friday (Oct. 13) at the Oaks Convalescent Home, Boise, ID. He was born Sept. 4, 1900, in Leon, Spain. He was employed by Kaman Corporation, Bloomfield, for 18 years before retiring. He loved the outdoors, nature, and working with his hands. He is survived by three sons, Carroll Alvarez of Linden, NC, Samuel Alvarez Jr. of Salisbury, NC, and Raymond Alvarez of Boise, ID; three daughters, Barbara Gabert of Seattle, WA, Cathy Thibodeau of Ellington, Gloria Czelazewicz of Windsor. He is also survived by his 15 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren who knew him as ``Grand Papa'' and will miss him. A private ceremony will be held, followed by burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Poquonock. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 300 Research Parkway, Meriden 06450.